Osteoporosis FAQs

If You Have Osteoporosis

• Exercise
• Calcium
• Medications
  - Estrogen
  - Bisphosphonates
  - SERMs
  - Calcitonin
• Minimize the chances of breaking a bone

Osteoporosis Prevention Summary

• Osteoporosis is preventable and treatable
• Hormone replacement/estrogen replacement is first-line therapy for osteoporosis
• Adequate calcium intake, exercise, and lifestyle changes also play an important role in helping to prevent osteoporosis
• For those who cannot or will not take HRT, but have or are at risk for osteoporosis, other agents are now available